USA Weightlifting - 2025 Chicago Open: A Competition Worth the Wait
At Mighty Oak Athletic, we’re always on the lookout for opportunities to inspire, support, and challenge our athletes. One event we’re especially excited about this winter is the 2025 Chicago Open, hosted by Summit Barbell and Competitive Edge CrossFit West Town. Whether you’re a seasoned weightlifter or a young athlete looking to step onto the platform for the first time, this meet promises to be an exciting showcase of strength and dedication.
Event Details
• Location: Competitive Edge West Town (1718 W. Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622)
• Dates: Saturday, January 25th & Sunday, January 26th, 2025
• Times:
• Weigh-ins begin at 7:00 AM each day.
• First session starts at 9:00 AM.
• Last session timing TBD.
• Competitors: Limited to 120 participants, with a waitlist available if needed.
Registration Information
• Fee: $75 for general registration.
Youth lifters (under 18) are eligible for a heavily reduced registration fee of $25. Simply use the discount code YOUTH24 during registration for $50 off.
• Registration Deadline: January 5th, 2025, at 11:59 PM (MST).
• Refund Policy: Withdrawal requests must be submitted before the preliminary schedule is released to qualify for a refund.
Competition Format
This year’s Chicago Open will be a two-day meet, giving athletes the opportunity to compete in carefully organized sessions based on their submitted entry totals. Here’s how it works:
• Session Assignments: Entry totals submitted during registration determine your session time. Sessions will then be randomized within each group.
• Changes:
• Bodyweight category changes can be made via email before the meet or at weigh-ins. However, changes made at weigh-in will not affect your session time.
• Preliminary schedules will be released two weeks before the meet, and competitors will have the opportunity to adjust entry totals—but not their scheduled session.
Awards & Recognition
To keep the competition running smoothly, there will be no medal ceremonies between sessions. Instead, awards for the top three placements and the best lifters in each category will be sent to recipients after the event concludes.
A Meet for All Levels
The 2025 Chicago Open is an inclusive event, welcoming athletes of all skill levels and ages. The discounted youth registration fee is an incredible opportunity for young athletes to experience competitive weightlifting in a professional environment.
Train Through the Holidays
With the meet taking place shortly after the New Year, now is the perfect time to lock in your training plan and prepare to bring your best to the platform. At Mighty Oak Athletic, we encourage our athletes to set clear goals, stay consistent, and train smart. The Chicago Open offers a chance to test your limits, showcase your hard work, and kick off the year with a powerful performance.
Whether you’re aiming to hit a personal record, qualify for future competitions, or simply challenge yourself in a supportive and competitive atmosphere, the Chicago Open is an event you won’t want to miss.
Mark your calendars, train hard, and let’s represent the Mighty Oak Athletic community on the platform this January!
For more information and to register, visit the official event page here.
